Here in the UK, we have a strong relationship with the railways that dates back hundreds of years. So it may not come as a surprise to learn that the oldest surviving railway station in the world is right here in Britain.  Situated in Manchester, Liverpool Road Station was built almost 200 years ago in 1830. Forming a key part of the historic Liverpool and Manchester railway, this transport hub became revolutionary when it came to trade and travel in the area. And it was the world’s first steam powered, inter-urban railway, made to connect Liverpool with Manchester, which was undergoing an industrial transformation at the time. It actually only operated as a railway station for 14 years until its closure in 1844, due to the opening of Manchester Victoria station nearby. However, it continued to run as a goods station until 1975, before it was closed and preserved a few years later. It’s the oldest surviving station building anywhere in the world, according to Guinness World Records. Now a Grade I Listed Building, the …